When it comes to Paint Disposal, which paint is acceptable? Only accept paints, which are in good condition and original containers having legible labels. Otherwise, you have to manage it as the hazardous waste if you accept the paint cans, which do not meet these criteria. If the container bottom or lid is bulging, this indicates that paint components are under pressure. This is also a reason for not accept the paint for recycling or reuse purpose. Based on its condition and composition, different paints may have different management choices available.

What is the role of initial visual inspection? If can previously opened by the homeowner, an initial visual inspection of the components will help in determining whether the paint is suitable for either reuse or recycle. It will also help determine if the paint should either reject or dispose of the hazardous waste. Search for any liquids that are either a different nature or color than the paint or which wont blend with the paint. Search for cottage cheese, graininess consistency or else any solid objects, which indicate contamination. Furthermore, look for mildew and mold, an obvious difference or odd odor in the color and texture from the normal paint indicating problems.

What Not To Accept In Commercial Paint Recycling Programs:

Commercial Paint Recycling programs do not accept paint, which is visually contaminated or paints containing PCB, heavy metals like lead, cadmium, chromium, and mercury. Paints that contain mercury will bill as mildew resistant or anti-fungal and the label may list acetate, and phenylmercury as the ingredients. Lead lists on the label as red or white lead, litharge, or as the leaded zinc oxide. Together with metal-containing and contaminated paints, there are also a number of paint-related products, which are not acceptable and these include

• Varnishes and lacquers
• Solvent based stains
• Industrial and automotive paints
• Adhesives, Urethanes, and epoxies
• Paint Thinners
• Specialty coating such as swimming pool paint
• Anti-fouling and wood preservatives

If you accept the paint, try to separate the water-based paints and solvent-based paints. After separation, let us consider if it is suitable for direct reuse. Most waste management programs have a swap table where unopened paint cans in good condition displayed for the homeowners in order to get for their personal use. Opened cans of water-based paint may also offer for reuse if there is enough paint in the good condition. This is due to its non-toxic nature.

Next To Consider Recycling:

If the paint product is not reusable directly, the next consideration will be Paint Recycling. At present, it is possible to recycle only uncontaminated solvent-based paints. The solvent-based paints, which are in good condition, consolidate and store for ultimate recycling. However, water-based paints, which are not acceptable for direct reuse, are not recyclable presently and should not store with solvent-based paint for further recycling. Unwanted or unusable water-based paint should dry out and dispose of as a solid waste either by the homeowner or by the waste management program.

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